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An improved filtration rate for measuring red cell deformability.

S O Sowemimo-Coker, I B Kovacs, P Turner

    Biorheology. Supplement : the Official Journal of the International Society of Biorheology
    |January 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    This study modified a filtration technique to measure red blood cell deformability, crucial for diagnosing connective tissue disorders. The enhanced method offers reproducible and rapid assessment of red blood cell filterability.

    Area of Science:

    • Hematology
    • Biophysics
    • Medical Diagnostics

    Background:

    • Red blood cell deformability is a critical parameter in assessing various hematological and vascular conditions.
    • Existing methods for measuring red blood cell deformability can be time-consuming or lack reproducibility.
    • Assessing changes in red blood cell deformability is important for understanding disease progression and treatment efficacy.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To modify and validate a filtration technique for precise and reproducible measurement of red blood cell deformability over time.
    • To establish the reliability and reproducibility of the modified filtration technique for clinical and research applications.
    • To demonstrate the utility of the technique in detecting alterations in red blood cell deformability associated with specific diseases and treatments.

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    Main Methods:

    • A modified filtration technique using polycarbonate membrane filters (5-micron pore diameter) under gravitational force.
    • Measurement of filtrate flow rate using an isometric transducer connected to a chart recorder.
    • Calculation of relative filterability (RF) based on the linear portion of the recorded curve.
    • Assessment of technique reproducibility through coefficient of variation (CV) for intra-sample, inter-observer, and weekly variations (all <5%).

    Main Results:

    • The modified technique demonstrated high reproducibility with CVs less than 5% for intra-sample, inter-observer, and weekly variations.
    • The method allows for rapid assessment of red blood cell filtration (within 15 seconds for diluted suspensions).
    • Significant differences in red blood cell deformability were detected in patients with connective tissue disorders (Scleroderma, Raynaud's phenomenon).
    • The technique successfully differentiated between stored and fresh red blood cells and showed improvement with drug treatments (pentoxifylline, dipyridamole).

    Conclusions:

    • The modified filtration technique provides a reliable, reproducible, and rapid method for assessing red blood cell deformability.
    • This technique is valuable for diagnosing and monitoring conditions affecting red blood cell mechanical properties, such as connective tissue disorders.
    • The method's sensitivity to changes induced by storage and pharmacological agents highlights its potential in clinical research and drug development.